ANDRIES "ANDY" A. GROENEVELD
March 23, 1953 ~ September 10, 2013
Andries "Andy" A. Groeneveld, age 60, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away on Sept. 10, 2013. He was born March 23, 1953 in Vancouver, Washington and graduated from Washougal High School in 1971.
Andy was honorably discharged from the Air Force in 1974 and moved to Fairbanks, Alaska in 1975 and joined Local 375 were he worked as a pipefitter until his retirement in 2005.
Upon Andy's retirement he and his wife Yuri moved from Anchorage, Alaska to Port Charlotte in 2005. He received his CWI license in 2007 and began a new career working as a pipeline inspector in various locations across the country, currently working on a project in the West Palm Beach area upon his untimely death.
Andy will be remembered for his infectious laughter, fun personality, handyman talents, and easy going demeanor. Andy was blessed with many friends and family that loved him unconditionally.
Andy is survived by his wife, Yuri Groeneveld, of Port Charlotte, Florida; son Brandon and wife Melissa of Kihei, Hawaii; mother, Susanna Groeneveld of Reedsport, Oregon; sister Cindy and husband, Mike Fitzgerald of Tualatin, Oregon; brothers, Ted and wife, Ann of Valdez, Alaska; Matthew and partner, Anita Janssen of Tracy, California; and many cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews from Alaska to the Netherlands.
He was preceded in death by his father, Hendrik Groeneveld.
A celebration of Andy's life will be held on Sat., Oct. 12, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. at a reception facility located at the Rietdyk Mill Company, 512 NW Carty Road, Ridgefield, WA 98642. We welcome all to celebrate Andy's life.
Please sign his Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.
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Andy was my childhood friend,we spent endless hours playing together as young children and remained friends through high school and beyond.His smile and infectious laughter were always great to be around. Andy stopped to visit several times when he was visiting from Alaska.I will not forget him and will always think of him fondly.
Steve Leifsen
October 8, 2013
Andy was my childhood friend, we spent endless hours playing as young children and remained friends through high school and beyond. Andy stop by my house in Washougal several times when he was in town when he lived in Alaska. His smile and infectious laughter was always great to be around.I am very sorry for your loss and will always remember Andy and think of him fondly.
steve leifsen
October 8, 2013
Yur I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Both of you have always been in my heart since your help with my kids, Mary, Tyler and I, in '91 when we watched over your Triplex in Fbks. While you both moved out to Portland. I plan on being at Andy's life celebration Oct. 12th. @ 5pm.
Gary Bechtold
October 4, 2013
Yuri, sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed my visits with Andy, and have fond memories. Casey Ahkvaluk and family
Casey Ahkvaluk
October 4, 2013
Andy was my high school classmate and a wonderful person. He was alway happy and kind. Rest in peace Andy, and God bless your family:)
Bruce Alexander
October 4, 2013
Peace be with you.
Dixie Cheshire
October 4, 2013
Enjoyed. Our working time
James Fillion
October 3, 2013
Yuri, I am so sorry. Know that your in my thoughts and prayers.
Shelby Solski
October 3, 2013
Andy was a great guy to know and work with. My condolences to Yuri, and his family.
vernon johnson
October 2, 2013
Denver and Dorothy Wear, Daniel Wear, Donald Wear past friends from Reedsport. All our prayers for the family.
Denver Wear
October 1, 2013
May you be at peace...
Sharon Howland
September 30, 2013
So sad! I'll never forget his infectious smile and spirit! My prayers to you, Yuri and ALL the family. Much love, strength and healing...... Sabrina
September 30, 2013
Yuri,
We are so very sorry to hear about Andy. We are thinking of you at this time and so sorry for the loss to you and your family.
Bobby and Gail Smart
September 30, 2013
Yuri, my heart goes out to you and your family, Andy was always so much fun to be around. I was always glad that I was included in the family functions. Andy always treated me like I was a cousin, I always enjoyed his company. Yuri, hang on to those wonderful memories you shared, they will help get you through.
Love Dolly
Dolly Hoisington
September 29, 2013
I'm so so so sorry to hear about your loss. He seemed like an all around great guy. May the God of all comfort guard your hearts during as you await the day when" death will be swallowed up forever. "(Isaiah25:8)
Sonya Brown
September 29, 2013
Dear Yuri, Sue, Oma, Aunt Lucy & Family,
I have so many fond memories of Andy. I remember him to be one of the the most charismatic, energetic people I had ever known and as I little girl I would get so excited when he and Yuri would come to town because he always had the best stories! I will always fondly remember him as "larger than life." Yuri ~ my hearts goes out to you ... I know the hurt and pain you are feeling, and I pray that your heart finds peace and that your amazing memories carry you through the next few months. Hugs to you all. Love, Angel
Angel Sederburg
September 29, 2013
Yuri,
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So very sorry for your loss.
Liv VonLolhoffel(former Doyon Security Officer at Kuparuk)
September 29, 2013
So sad to hear of Andy's passing . My prayers and thoughts are with you Yuri At this time . Regards Danny
Dan Gilbertson
September 28, 2013
My love and prayers to Yuri and the Groeneveld family.
I pray that Andy is in peace, I will certainly miss him. I love you Yuri.
Jeri Knabe
Nenana, Alaska
September 26, 2013
Dearest Yuri,
Our thoughts are with you, family and friends in this difficult time.
Gene & Leslie Teders
September 26, 2013
Andy I Miss You God Bless
My Condolences to Yuri and The Groeneveld
Family
BOb Osteen
September 26, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief
Hans and Marja Groeneveld
September 26, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 25, 2013
Yuri, Prayers and warm thoughts from Alaska. Lost for words as we have lost a wonderful person. Love ya.
Aggie Britt
September 25, 2013
My sincere condolences Yuri, and family. May Andy rest in peace. Peace be with you all.
Michele Vanderpool
September 25, 2013
Yuri,
You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers! God bless you!
Katrina
September 25, 2013
Yuri, you are in our prayers. We love you. He will be missed. Barb and Amber, FBKS.
September 25, 2013
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